There’s more to Bwindi than gorillas. The best things to do near Bwindi include forest hikes, birding, Batwa experiences, and Lake Bunyonyi.

The Batwa people of Uganda lost their ancestral forest in 1991. Here’s their history, culture, and what responsible cultural tourism looks like today.

Birding in Bwindi means 350 species, 14 Albertine Rift endemics, and encounters with the African Green Broadbill that serious listers travel continents to find.

Golden monkey trekking in Mgahinga offers playful primate encounters, bamboo forest hikes, and affordable permits alongside Uganda’s famous gorilla trekking experience.